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Sometimes called the "War of Rebellion" or the "War of Secession," the Civil War began in 1861 and didn't end until General Lee of the Confederate Army surrendered to General Grant in 1865 at Appomattox Courthouse in Virginia. Much has been written from both sides of the battlefield, and Dover's collection of journals, histories, photographs, children's activity books and more paint a complete picture of this important period in American history.

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Personal Memoirs of U. S. GrantPersonal Memoirs of U. S. Grant 
by Ulysses Simpson Grant
Intelligent, deeply moving firsthand account of Civil War campaigns, considered by many the finest military memoirs ever written. Includes Grant's letters to his wife, photographs by Mathew Brady, maps, more.
Civil War Hospital SketchesCivil War Hospital Sketches 
by Louisa May Alcott
Written by the author of Little Women during the winter of 1862-63, these memoirs reveal the realities of battlefield medicine as well as the tentative first steps of women in military service.

Arms and Equipment of the Civil WarArms and Equipment of the Civil War 
by Jack Coggins
From iron-clads, submarine torpedoes, and military balloons to pontoon bridges, grenades, and siege artillery, this excellent work describes what materiel was available to the armies and navies of both sides. Over 500 black-and-white illustrations.
Army Life in a Black RegimentArmy Life in a Black Regiment 
by Thomas Wentworth Higginson
Union officer's lively, detailed wartime diary captures the raw humor that develops among the men in combat and paints unforgettable pictures of soldiers, routines of camp life, and southern landscapes.

A Short History of the Civil War: Ordeal by FireA Short History of the Civil War: Ordeal by Fire 
by Fletcher Pratt
Best one-volume history brings the events, figures, and battles of monumental conflict vividly to life. Absorbing details of military campaigns, battlefield strategies, and personalities revealed in an audacious style.
Civil War Collector's Encyclopedia: Arms, Uniforms and Equipment of the Union and ConfederacyCivil War Collector's Encyclopedia: Arms, Uniforms and Equipment of the Union and Confederacy 
by Francis A. Lord
Indispensable reference identifies and describes more than 800 subjects, from artillery accoutrements to tools and patriotic sheet music. "A must-have book." — Antiques & Auction News. Over 350 rare illustrations.
The Civil War SongbookThe Civil War Songbook 
by Richard Crawford
Thirty-seven songs: The Battle Cry of Freedom, When Johnny Comes Marching Home, Battle Hymn of the Republic, 34 more.
Famous Documents and Speeches of the Civil WarFamous Documents and Speeches of the Civil War 
by Bob Blaisdell
Key documents and memorable speeches include the Gettysburg Address, Lee's "Farewell to the Army of Northern Virginia," plus campaign reports, private letters, and more. A must for buffs!

Recollections and Letters of Robert E. LeeRecollections and Letters of Robert E. Lee 
by Robert Edward Lee
This remarkable portrait of the idol of the Confederacy features personal reminiscences by his son as well as the general's letters to his family from the Mexican-American and Civil Wars.
 

Products in Civil War

Abraham LincolnAbraham Lincoln
by Lord Charnwood
The stranger-than-fiction story of a self-taught backwoods lawyer's transformation into the savior of a nation. Well-researched, engaging biography, written in 1917 by an Englishman, was one of the first major works on Lincoln.

Our Price: $19.95

Abraham Lincoln Coloring BookAbraham Lincoln Coloring Book
by A. G. Smith
From his humble origins to his rise to the highest office in the land and ultimate martyrdom, this chronicle of the life of our 16th president features 43 accurately rendered images.

Our Price: $3.95

Abraham Lincoln Sticker Paper DollAbraham Lincoln Sticker Paper Doll
by A. G. Smith
Experience the life of a great American hero with this little book featuring the 16th president of the United States. Includes 1 paper doll and a variety of 23 reusable stickers of costumes and accessories.

Our Price: $1.50

Abraham Lincoln and His Family Paper Dolls in Full ColorAbraham Lincoln and His Family Paper Dolls in Full Color
by Tom Tierney
Five dolls, 32 detailed costumes re-create clothing worn by the President, Mary Todd Lincoln, and three sons. Frock coats, stovepipe hats, union suits, evening gowns, morning suits, much more.

Our Price: $6.95

American Family of the Civil War Era Paper DollsAmerican Family of the Civil War Era Paper Dolls
by Tom Tierney
Nine paper dolls come with 36 authentic period costumes, including hoop skirts and off-the-shoulder dresses for the ladies and military uniforms, cravats, and waistcoats for the gentlemen. "Very detailed, and quite lovely to look at." — The Civil War News.


Our Price: $6.95

Arms and Equipment of the Civil WarArms and Equipment of the Civil War
by Jack Coggins
From iron-clads, submarine torpedoes, and military balloons to pontoon bridges, grenades, and siege artillery, this excellent work describes what materiel was available to the armies and navies of both sides. Over 500 black-and-white illustrations.

Our Price: $14.95

Army Life in a Black RegimentArmy Life in a Black Regiment
by Thomas Wentworth Higginson
Union officer's lively, detailed wartime diary captures the raw humor that develops among the men in combat and paints unforgettable pictures of soldiers, routines of camp life, and southern landscapes.


Our Price: $9.95

The Battle of Gettysburg: A Soldier's First-Hand AccountThe Battle of Gettysburg: A Soldier's First-Hand Account
by Frank A., Col. Haskel
Vivid eyewitness accounts of the wounded, of skirmishes, attacks and counterattacks, estimates of losses, marks of battle, and burial of the dead. 2 maps.


Our Price: $6.95

Behind the Scenes in the Lincoln White House: Memoirs of an African-American SeamstressBehind the Scenes in the Lincoln White House: Memoirs of an African-American Seamstress
by Elizabeth Keckley
A former slave who was a dressmaker and confidante of Mary Todd Lincoln, Keckley witnessed the happy times as well as the tragic events that unfolded within the Lincoln White House.


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Billy the Union Soldier: With 24 StickersBilly the Union Soldier: With 24 Stickers
by A. G. Smith
Brave Billy comes with authentic uniforms — cavalry sergeant, infantry private, captain of artillery, more — plus an impressive array of arms and equipment.


Our Price: $1.50

The Capture of Atlanta and the March to the Sea: From Sherman's MemoirsThe Capture of Atlanta and the March to the Sea: From Sherman's Memoirs
by Gen. William T Sherman
Highlights from the general's autobiography chronicle his blitzkrieg-styled march through the heart of the South in 1864 and reveal the theories that marked him as the first modern military strategist.

Our Price: $10.95

Civil War Collector's Encyclopedia: Arms, Uniforms and Equipment of the Union and ConfederacyCivil War Collector's Encyclopedia: Arms, Uniforms and Equipment of the Union and Confederacy
by Francis A. Lord
Indispensable reference identifies and describes more than 800 subjects, from artillery accoutrements to tools and patriotic sheet music. "A must-have book." — Antiques & Auction News. Over 350 rare illustrations.

Our Price: $29.95

Civil War Fashions Coloring BookCivil War Fashions Coloring Book
by Tom Tierney
For colorists of all ages — 45 striking illustrations of officers in handsome military outfits, ladies in elegant daytime and evening dresses and children in apparel mirroring adult fashions. Captions.


Our Price: $3.99

Civil War Hospital SketchesCivil War Hospital Sketches
by Louisa May Alcott
Written by the author of Little Women during the winter of 1862-63, these memoirs reveal the realities of battlefield medicine as well as the tentative first steps of women in military service.


Our Price: $5.95

Civil War Illustrations CD-ROM and BookCivil War Illustrations CD-ROM and Book
by Dover
Invaluable selection of 245 high-quality, black-and-white illustrations of people, places, and events associated with the great conflict — from portraits of Abraham Lincoln and Robert E. Lee to authentic views of battles and cavalry troops.


Our Price: $14.95

Civil War Paper Soldiers in Full Color: 100 Authentic Union and Confederate SoldiersCivil War Paper Soldiers in Full Color: 100 Authentic Union and Confederate Soldiers
by A. G. Smith
Meticulously rendered toy soldier collection in paper form includes easy-to-assemble, free-standing Union and Confederate soldiers, cannons, tents, flags, more — all in full color. 16 color plates. Introduction.


Our Price: $6.95

Civil War PoetryCivil War Poetry
by Paul Negri
A superb selection of poems from both sides of the American Civil War features more than 75 inspired works by Melville, Emerson, Longfellow, Whittier, Whitman, and many others.

Our Price: $3.00

Civil War Poetry and ProseCivil War Poetry and Prose
by Walt Whitman
Poems, letters, and prose from the war years include "O Captain! My Captain!" "When Lilacs Last in the Dooryard Bloom'd," "Adieu to a Soldier," and many other moving works.

Our Price: $3.00

The Civil War SongbookThe Civil War Songbook
by Richard Crawford
Thirty-seven songs: The Battle Cry of Freedom, When Johnny Comes Marching Home, Battle Hymn of the Republic, 34 more.

Our Price: $16.95

Civil War StoriesCivil War Stories
by Ambrose Bierce
Sixteen dark and vivid tales by great satirist: "A Horseman in the Sky," "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge," "Chicakamauga," "A Son of the Gods," "What I Saw of Shiloh," more. Note.

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